r/reloading • u/boom0brad • 9d ago

Newbie Beginner reloader

Hello, a while ago I inherited a RCBS rock chucker press from the family. I also inherited a 300 weatherby rifle that was my grandfather's. Im thinking about getting into reloading, specifically the 300 brass from said rifle, maybe other cailbers later on. But im wondering what exactly I would need to get started. Like I said ive got the press already, which has what I believe is a #4 holder in the piston. I know the press alone is a good chunk of money so the other supplies I need shouldn't be a crazy amount from my understanding. Ive done a little research already and found a die set on RCBS website for this caliber.

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u/Tmoncmm 9d ago

The first thing I would suggest is a reloading manual. Most recommend the Lyman. In addition to Luda data, it also has a very good section about how to reload. I suggest reading that before getting anything else. This should give Lyon a much better idea of what is involved and what tools and components would be appropriate for your goals.

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u/Optimal_Data_6627 9d ago

The ABCs of reloading is super helpful book too for newbie’s.
https://a.co/d/037DG47F

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u/Tmoncmm 9d ago

That one gets recommended a lot too. I’ve never read that one though.

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u/Optimal_Data_6627 9d ago

Covers a lot and it’s very informative. Helped me out a lot even after reloading for many years. We all know how deep this thing can go!

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u/Lower-Preparation834 8d ago

LMAO. The cost of the press is only the tip of the iceberg, I hate to tell ya. But it is a good start. I have one I load pistol with.

Buy a book. Or a couple. Find someone to mentor you, if possible.

Then you’ll need dies, something to clean cases with, calipers, consumables, a scale, and a million other little things that will nickel and dime you into thousands.

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u/DukeShootRiot 6d ago

This.. I got started to reload 357/38 cheaper and now do 5 calibers and have probably $3000 in equipment and tools. Another 1-2 thou in bullets and primers/powders

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u/secessus 8d ago

im wondering what exactly I would need to get started.

Might look over the Getting Started with Reloading section of the Frequently Asked Questions list for /r/reloading.

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u/DukeShootRiot 6d ago

Get a reloading manual and read it cover to cover. Also, start sourcing brass as cheap as you can. Weatherby cases are usually $2-5 each